UAE airports to welcome 150m passengers in '25: VP

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, toured the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, which concluded on Thursday at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

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Speaking on the occasion, Sheikh Mohammed affirmed that the UAE is committed to playing a constructive global role in expanding opportunities, promoting inclusive growth, and shaping a future of shared prosperity.

"This vision is rooted in the nation’s founding principles of meaningful engagement, authentic partnerships, and open dialogue, driving global progress and improving lives around the world." he said.

Sheikh Mohammed affirmed that the UAE, guided by the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, remains committed to strengthening its economy and tourism sector through continued investment in world-class infrastructure that delivers exceptional services to travellers.

"The nation’s airports are projected to welcome around 150 million passengers this year," he said.

He noted that the participation of 166 countries and 55,000 travel and tourism professionals at ATM 2025 highlights the UAE’s growing presence on the global tourism map and the rising confidence in its contributions to this vital sector.